Postgraduate Certificate in Game Theory for Behavioral Economics
-- viewing nowThe Postgraduate Certificate in Game Theory for Behavioral Economics is a comprehensive course that bridges the gap between traditional economics and practical decision-making. This certificate program highlights the importance of game theory in understanding strategic behavior and its applications in various industries, including technology, finance, and politics.
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β’ Introduction to Game Theory – fundamental concepts, history, and applications of game theory in behavioral economics
β’ Strategic Form Games – normal form representation, dominant strategies, rationalizability, and Nash equilibrium
β’ Extensive Form Games – extensive form representation, sequential rationality, subgame perfection, and backward induction
β’ Repeated Games & Folk Theorems – finitely and infinitely repeated games, trigger strategies, and folk theorems
β’ Bayesian Games – incomplete information, Bayesian Nash equilibrium, and Harsanyi's transformation
β’ Evolutionarily Stable Strategies (ESS) – evolutionary game theory, ESS, and evolution of cooperation
β’ Behavioral Game Theory – cognitive biases, heuristics, and their impact on game theoretic models
β’ Game Theory Applications in Behavioral Economics – auctions, public goods, social dilemmas, and strategic communication
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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